
*g* What inspired you to set your novels at the end of the 19th century, as opposed to the beginning? My roundabout journey to the time period came through the Regency via Restoration England. The late Victorian/Edwardian era is one little seen in historical romance. I’ve been extremely, extremely fortunate. There are other good books that get published and don’t get the fanfare and support and therefore don’t get as much of a response. The critical reception to Private Arrangements has been a most splendid surprise from the very beginning, especially since I’m the sort of person prone to predict “No, they probably won’t like it too much.” I give huge props to my publisher–Bantam really did everything right by me, from the cover to the ARC giveaway at last year’s RWA Nationals to the distribution of the finished book-and to the online community of bloggers and readers who took a lot of initiative to get the word out. Did you expect such a marvelous response?


Her debut novel, Private Arrangements, garnered instant critical acclaim and Delicious looks to be an even bigger hit.įirstly, congratulations on the success of your debut novel, Private Arrangements. I am pleased to present an interview with the very talented historical romance writer, Sherry Thomas.
